The 35 Scariest Movies of All Time

We sorted through the scariest movies out there and picked the most ghoulish and jaw-dropping horror films. Sleep tight.

It (2017)

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One of the scariest movies because: Well… clowns. The latest adaptation of Stephen King’s frightful page-turner that debuted September 8 just surpassed The Exorcist for the highest-grossing R-rated scary movie ever.

“Beyond killer clowns, It also delves into the grief & anger kids feel when they realize those who should love & protect them do the opposite. These are themes in King’s stories that filmmakers often ignore. But the best adaptations figure out they’re the most vital part.”—Anthony Breznican, EW. This one’s definitely not for children, folks. If you’re looking for some kid-friendly picks, check out the best Halloween movies for kids.

The Exorcist (1973)

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One of the scariest movies because: Terrible, terrible things come out of a little girl’s mouth (which happens to be attached to a spinning head, thanks to a demonic possession). Audiences were so affected by this fearsome film that some theaters even provided “Exorcist barf bags.”